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goodstuff · ‎03-09-2010

Even if we go out for Thanksgiving dinner, I usually buy a turkey while they're on sale and cook it soon after Thanksgiving. No "big holiday meal" stress and mess, but we really like turkey and all the wonderful things we make from the leftovers. Since it's just DH and me at home, we'll freeze some packets of turkey to use later.

twocent · ‎03-09-2010

There are just two of us (and six furbabies. ${#emotions_dlg.wub}$ ) It actually depends on our mood. Sometimes I buy a small turkey and fix a small meal here, but it is really much easier and works just as well for us to dine out.

Turkey isn't our favorite meal , so the few times we have it during the year , are usually more than enough for our taste and we don't eat ham.

You'll find my heart at the Rainbow Bridge.

Lynneuk · ‎03-10-2010

A couple of weeks ago I tried a stuffed and rolled boneless turkey breast for the first time. It was easy and delicious so I would do that if there were just the two of us.

NanaS · ‎04-21-2010

I JUST BUY A SMALL TURKEY AND HAVE EVERYTHING THAT I WOULD USUALLY HAVE FOR A LARGER GROUP. ITS NICE TO HAVE LEFT OVERS TO LOOK FORWARD TO DURING THE WEEK AFTER !

SisterSisto · ‎06-14-2010

We used to host every other year with the kids coming over until my SIL decided he only liked his mother's food so my DD and grandkids only go to her inlaws for Thanksgiving. I was disappointed but decided to start a new tradition for my husband and I, so several years ago I made reservations for dinner and hotel room in another state and along the coast and this is the new "norm" for us! We wake up early on Thanksgiving and travel for several hours and finally hit the coast. We both enjoy the drive there and finally get to the restaurant, enjoy the meal and new sights of the ocean outside of the windows. Then we check into the room, run over to the local casino for a bit, walk on the beach all huddled up, take a Jacuzzi, bundle up and watch some football next to the fireplace while listening to the surf crash outside the sliding glass doors. Then early the next morning we get up and partake in the Black Friday Shopping festivities at the Outlet Mall in town and finish up the holiday shopping. We then spend the rest of Friday doing what we want and will travel back home on Saturday. This year we are meeting some friends on Friday and will have a post Thanksgiving dinner with them in the coastal town.

So, what started out as a rebellion to initial disappointment has now morphed into an exciting venture for my husband and I. We've done this the past four years and I look forward to it each year. I make different reservations for dinner at different establishments each year but we always go to the same town.

When I did host the meal, we had the traditional turkey dinner with mashed potatoes and gravy and usual sides. I just didn't relish the idea of cooking a big meal for just the two of us, so that's why our tradition has changed.

Annabellethecat66 · ‎03-12-2010

Well, there's only ONE of me! My daughter always invites me to her mother-in-law's house, but I am comfortable just staying home.

I've never cared for turkey anyway. I always had my huge family over every Thanksgiving. Sometimes as many as 65 people. My family would bring people who had nowhere else to go. My late husband and I were happy to do it. I did most of the work.

But when he died and two of my daughters live in different states. The youngest daughter (adult) is visiting her sister (middle daughter) in Florida for about a week. They (along with the middle daughter's daughters (3) make Christmas cookies and all have a ball. They are all very close, then the youngest daughter will come up to Va to take care of me (thyroid surgery).

So, I figure I'll be celebrating when my daughter comes in December. We're having a big get together while she's here with friends also. That will be nice.

I don't like driving in the dark (unless it's just to get home) and it gets dark so early in the Winter), I'm happy just being home.

I think if I didn't feel like I was wanted anywhere, I'd be unhappy. but I know I'm loved and wanted, I just choose to stay home.

I hope that's the case for everyone here if they are going to be alone. I hope it's by choice and they do know they are loved.

SharkE · ‎08-19-2010

On 11/20/2014 SisterSisto said:
We used to host every other year with the kids coming over until my SIL decided he only liked his mother's food so my DD and grandkids only go to her inlaws for Thanksgiving. I was disappointed but decided to start a new tradition for my husband and I, so several years ago I made reservations for dinner and hotel room in another state and along the coast and this is the new "norm" for us! We wake up early on Thanksgiving and travel for several hours and finally hit the coast. We both enjoy the drive there and finally get to the restaurant, enjoy the meal and new sights of the ocean outside of the windows. Then we check into the room, run over to the local casino for a bit, walk on the beach all huddled up, take a Jacuzzi, bundle up and watch some football next to the fireplace while listening to the surf crash outside the sliding glass doors. Then early the next morning we get up and partake in the Black Friday Shopping festivities at the Outlet Mall in town and finish up the holiday shopping. We then spend the rest of Friday doing what we want and will travel back home on Saturday. This year we are meeting some friends on Friday and will have a post Thanksgiving dinner with them in the coastal town.

So, what started out as a rebellion to initial disappointment has now morphed into an exciting venture for my husband and I. We've done this the past four years and I look forward to it each year. I make different reservations for dinner at different establishments each year but we always go to the same town.

When I did host the meal, we had the traditional turkey dinner with mashed potatoes and gravy and usual sides. I just didn't relish the idea of cooking a big meal for just the two of us, so that's why our tradition has changed.

Lucky girl ! better then people clogging up your commode and snickering relatives, spilled food and mess and noise. Can I join ? LOL

nomar · ‎03-12-2010

I am enjoying all the replys and could not agree more with them. I believe the tradional thing is now gone from our lives forever. After many years of doing all the cooking of the turkey, etc. for family, my husband now tells me he really never cared for turkey. He is very happy with fried chicken. Frankly, I cannot pull a large meal together anymore. Just does not come easy like it used to, so I should be very thankful for a simple affair. I sure got a laugh out of the husband turning on the lights at the candle lit dinner. That is mine for sure. Not a romantic bone in his body. A trip to the coast to do your own thing sounded great. And to those that lost a family member or your beloved fur baby (Tess) my heart goes out to you. We have our Dottie Dog that is a family member and would miss her so much. Your comments have cheered me up and made me realize that Thanksgiving does not have to be like we are told all the time with ads, movies, etc. Just do what makes you happy.

goodstuff · ‎03-09-2010

Also -- if you're feeling lonely, why not consider inviting another twosome or some single friends over for the holiday feast? Lots of people are far from home and alone on holidays, and they might appreciate an invitation to share your holiday.

Reba055 · ‎06-23-2014

On 11/20/2014 SisterSisto said:
We used to host every other year with the kids coming over until my SIL decided he only liked his mother's food so my DD and grandkids only go to her inlaws for Thanksgiving. I was disappointed but decided to start a new tradition for my husband and I, so several years ago I made reservations for dinner and hotel room in another state and along the coast and this is the new "norm" for us! We wake up early on Thanksgiving and travel for several hours and finally hit the coast. We both enjoy the drive there and finally get to the restaurant, enjoy the meal and new sights of the ocean outside of the windows. Then we check into the room, run over to the local casino for a bit, walk on the beach all huddled up, take a Jacuzzi, bundle up and watch some football next to the fireplace while listening to the surf crash outside the sliding glass doors. Then early the next morning we get up and partake in the Black Friday Shopping festivities at the Outlet Mall in town and finish up the holiday shopping. We then spend the rest of Friday doing what we want and will travel back home on Saturday. This year we are meeting some friends on Friday and will have a post Thanksgiving dinner with them in the coastal town.

So, what started out as a rebellion to initial disappointment has now morphed into an exciting venture for my husband and I. We've done this the past four years and I look forward to it each year. I make different reservations for dinner at different establishments each year but we always go to the same town.

When I did host the meal, we had the traditional turkey dinner with mashed potatoes and gravy and usual sides. I just didn't relish the idea of cooking a big meal for just the two of us, so that's why our tradition has changed.

Good for you! That sounds awesome.